853 East 242 Street
Bronx, NY 10470BBL 2-05119-0040Map
Owner of record: Davis, George
853 East 242 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Bronx, 10470. It has 3 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Davis, George. HPD has recorded 53 housing violations here, most recently on July 21, 2026. 1 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 53
- DOB violations
- 0
- ECB violations
- 2
- HPD complaints
- 47
What to know
No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 53
- BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak over the ceiling in the 4th room from north located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 21, 2026 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 4th room from north located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 21, 2026 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.
Apr 30, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective marble saddle at entrance in the kitchen located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 7, 2026 · Apt 2F
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective sink base cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 7, 2026 · Apt 2F
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 7, 2026 · Apt 2F
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 7, 2026 · Apt 2F
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 7, 2026 · Apt 2F
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at east wall and west wall at vestibule at public hall, 1st story
Feb 28, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system sign missing at public hall, 1st story
Feb 28, 2026
Closed — Violation closed
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- IInformation / order
Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts cellar-apt under vacate order #259711 (posted on 7/25/2025)
Jul 25, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
§ 300, 301, 302, m/d law file plans and obtain a certificate of occupancy to legalize the following alteration or restore premises to prior legal condition 2 story 3 family m.d converted to 2 story 4 family m.d by creating an illegal class ''a'' apartment in the cellar at east
Jul 15, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 15, 2025 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Discontinue unlawful cooking space or file plans and application with this department to legalize same, if lawfully feasible, gas range installed at illegal kitchen created at illegal cellar apartment at east
Jul 15, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Discontinue use of rooms for living, disconnect plumbing fixtures and properly seal pipe connections behind the walls and under the floors in the kitchen and bathroom created at illegal cellar apartment
Jul 15, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
§ 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration studs and sheetrock walls erected from floor to ceiling creating rooms thru-out at cellar
Jul 15, 2025
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.
Apr 2, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Nov 16, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.
Mar 17, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Nov 4, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.
Feb 17, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Feb 17, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door lock at boiler room
Feb 6, 2022
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 6, 2022 · Apt APT 1
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.
Apr 2, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Apr 2, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 20, 2021 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 20, 2021 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all ceilings and all walls in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 20, 2021 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... in the entrance located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 20, 2021 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 20, 2021 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective electrical outlet at west wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 20, 2021 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 20, 2021 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Oct 28, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Oct 11, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Oct 28, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Oct 5, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Feb 4, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose marble saddle in the kitchen located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 22, 2013 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing bell for apartment #3 at front of the building
Nov 22, 2013
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door from west at north wall in the foyer located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 22, 2013 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). inoperable in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 22, 2013 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperable in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 22, 2013 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective base cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 22, 2013 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective in the entrance located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 22, 2013 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st window frame from east at south wall in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 22, 2013 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st radiator from east at south wall in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 22, 2013 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 1st room from north located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 22, 2013 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the north wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 30, 2004 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st window frame from south at west wall, south wall, north wall, 1st door frame from west at north wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 30, 2004 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 0
No DOB violations on record
ECB violations · 2
- Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c of o and/or department of building records. illegally created class "a" apartment at cellar, with full bathroom with full kitchen consisted of: gas stove., vacate not war
Jul 15, 2025 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Class - 2
Found crown oil boiler inoperable at time of inspection no heat at site., maintain boiler; service boiler
Feb 9, 2022 · Penalty $312
Active
Complaints
- Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 9, 2026 · Apt 2R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 9, 2026 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 2R
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Apr 9, 2025 · Apt B2
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 9, 2025 · Apt B2
Close - General
Cabinet
Apr 9, 2025 · Apt B2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 9, 2025 · Apt B2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 9, 2025 · Apt B2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 9, 2025 · Apt B2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jan 30, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
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- Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jan 26, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jan 26, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jan 17, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jan 17, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 18, 2022 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 14, 2022 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 6, 2022 · Apt PRIVAT
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 2, 2022 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 29, 2022 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 26, 2022 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 25, 2021 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jan 19, 2021 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 19, 2021 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jan 19, 2021 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 14, 2019 · Apt 2R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 21, 2014 · Apt 3
Close - Electric
Bell-buzzer/intercom
Nov 18, 2013 · Apt 3
Close - General
Floor
Nov 18, 2013 · Apt 3
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Nov 18, 2013 · Apt 3
Close - General
Cabinet
Nov 18, 2013 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Nov 18, 2013 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Nov 18, 2013 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Nov 18, 2013 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 18, 2013 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 13, 2013 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 8, 2013 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 7, 2013 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 29, 2012 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Dec 29, 2012 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Dec 5, 2012 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Aug 6, 2012 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Aug 6, 2012 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Aug 6, 2012 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Aug 6, 2012 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 31, 2010 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 30, 2004 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 30, 2004 · Apt 3
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C0)
- Year built
- 1930
- Floors
- 2
- Residential units
- 3
- Building area
- 3,654 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,500 ft²
- Zoning
- R4
- Community board
- 212
- Council district
- 11
- Block / lot
- 5119 / 40
- Assessed value
- $56,100
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #217550, last renewed Oct 22, 2025.
Questions about 853 East 242 Street
Who owns 853 East 242 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Davis, George.
Does 853 East 242 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 53 housing violations at this property.
Is 853 East 242 Street rent stabilized?
No rent-stabilized units appear in its 2018–2024 tax bills. Individual apartments can still be regulated, so request the rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal if unsure.
When was 853 East 242 Street built?
City records list 1930 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 853 East 242 Street?
It has 3 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.